Location, Value, and a Private Pool for Only $419,900! Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath pool home in South Gate Ridge, ideally located in the heart of Sarasota. The neighborhood's peaceful, tree-lined streets create a welcoming setting for walking, biking, and enjoying the Florida lifestyle, while offering convenient access to shopping, dining, I-75, and the world-famous beaches of Siesta Key. Inside, you will find a renovated kitchen, updated guest and primary bathrooms, new flooring throughout the kitchen and living areas, fresh interior paint, a newer refrigerator, and a new garbage disposal. Permit records also show a completed electrical service change in 2025, roof replacement in 2016, and HVAC replacement in 2006. The garage has been converted into a spacious second living room, providing valuable additional living space for entertaining, relaxing, a home office, or a playroom. If garage parking is preferred, the space could easily be converted back to its original use. Step outside to your private pool, the perfect place to relax, entertain, and enjoy Florida's year-round sunshine. A newer pool pump adds even more value and peace of mind. This home is not located in a designated flood zone. With its central Sarasota location, flexible living space, numerous updates, and private pool, this home offers an exceptional opportunity at an affordable price. Schedule your showing today!